Dean Morris Cards

The story

Dean studied Fine Art at Wolverhampton University, then started making handmade cards from paper, glue and sequins. With help from a local artist's foundation and the Prince's Trust, it became a part-time business in 1999 and later a full-time one. Almost every design is still Dean's own, built on his love of retro style and his own sense of humour.

The range

Cards run from slightly suggestive to properly offensive, and cover birthdays, ages, weddings, Valentines, Christmas, get well, new baby and plenty more. Many designs sit in named ranges, such as Fabulous, Poison Pearls and Keep Calm & Carry On. Pride cards, personalised cards and multipacks are on offer too.

The gifts

Lots of designs also come as gifts. Think mugs, pens, keyrings, coasters, fridge magnets, badges and gift wrap, so you can match a card to a present that lasts longer than the card does. Cabin crew birthday cards are a quirky favourite, inspired by Dean's love of travel and flying.

Awards and trees

The Fabulous range has won a top industry award for a range that has stood the test of time. The shop also supports a tree-planting scheme in Madagascar with purchases, so a funny card does a little good too.

Delivery

Orders go by Royal Mail and are usually dispatched the same working day or the next if placed in time. Second class is the standard service, with first class and tracked options at checkout. Standard post isn't tracked and times are only a guide, so choose a tracked service if the date matters. International orders are sent too, and import charges may apply.

Returns

If you're not happy, email the shop to arrange a return. Items should be in their original packaging and resalable condition, and return postage is yours unless the item was damaged, faulty or wrong. Final sale items can't be returned.

Saving

Any live code is listed on this page: copy it and enter it at their checkout. Their newsletter sign-up also brings a welcome discount, and a sale section is worth checking.